Mountain Home High School

MHPS CLASSIFIED STAFF HIGHLIGHT: Mr. Thomas Merry Prior to joining MHPS, I worked at The University of Notre Dame as the Purchasing Manager for the concessions and catering for all sports. Ordering and dispersing the food for all of the sporting events gave me the opportunity to be on-hand for all the games. Soon I realized I wanted to be more involved in the menu planning, so I accepted the Concessions Manager position. Some people may think having your office in a 90,000-seat football facility would be the best part of the job; however, for me it was the creativity in creating menus that was the allure. During this time I bought a bakery that featured an Amish soft pretzel hand-twisted by one of our pretzel artisans. It didn't take long to realize I was a cook not a baker. I have worked many concerts, collegiate sporting events, and fed some famous people. However the most interesting was making Mitt Romney a pretzel when he was running for President. He was in shock when we rang it up and charged him full price for it. The best part of working here at MHPS is trying to make lunch a positive time for the students. Our dedicated staff truly cares about cooking food that these kids will enjoy and doing it within the strict guidelines of the government.

SEAD (Student Education Against Drugs) was invited to meet with the Secretary of Health last Wednesday when she was in town for our "Capital for a Day" event. Mrs. Case and Mrs. Davidson took two current leaders (Kylie Andrews and Monica Chafin) and two rising leaders (Savannah Davidson and Barrett Miller) to visit with several people from the department of health and the Secretary of Health, Renee Mallory. There were other community partners at the meeting as well who are part of the PAYS coalition. They met at the Juvenile Services office and Kylie Andrews and Monica Chafin gave a report of the work that SEAD is doing in the district to promote being drug/vape free. The students were amazing and made a big impression on all who were in attendance.

Retired Police Officer Mr. Nevin Barnes spoke to Mrs. Quick's Advisory Class today during mentor time at the High School. He is the father of the class mentor, Mrs. Brooke Barnes-Grissum from Ultimate Auto. Thanks to Mr. Barnes for taking the time to talk to our students!

We have THE BEST counseling staff! We are so thankful for their work this week and every week!

MHPS CLASSIFIED STAFF HIGHLIGHT: Mr. Thomas Merry Prior to joining MHPS, I worked at The University of Notre Dame as the Purchasing Manager for the concessions and catering for all sports. Ordering and dispersing the food for all of the sporting events gave me the opportunity to be on-hand for all the games. Soon I realized I wanted to be more involved in the menu planning, so I accepted the Concessions Manager position. Some people may think having your office in a 90,000-seat football facility would be the best part of the job; however, for me it was the creativity in creating menus that was the allure. During this time I bought a bakery that featured an Amish soft pretzel hand-twisted by one of our pretzel artisans. It didn't take long to realize I was a cook not a baker. I have worked many concerts, collegiate sporting events, and fed some famous people. However the most interesting was making Mitt Romney a pretzel when he was running for President. He was in shock when we rang it up and charged him full price for it. \ The best part of working here at MHPS is trying to make lunch a positive time for the students. Our dedicated staff truly cares about cooking food that these kids will enjoy and doing it within the strict guidelines of the government.

Mountain Home High School Career Academies January 2024 Students and Teachers of the Month: ACME Student of the Month: Megan Eddings ACME Teacher of the Month: Mrs. Janie Davidson CAB Student of the Month: Caden White CAB Teacher of the Month: Ms. Emma Reed HHS Student of the Month: Cade Yates HHS Teacher of the Month: Brett Shrable

Mountain Home High School Career Academies Mrs.Lawrence's Artists of the Week Benjamin Grimes 12th Grade Self-Portrait in Contour Line Chalk pastel and glue Eva Garris 11th Grade The Mask Marker Calvin Evans 10th Grade Thebes Mask Sharpie

Track & Field Indoor State Recap Highlights Junior Eli Jones won the shot put with a new personal best of 52’4". His mark was the top mark out of all classifications. The boys 4x800 took first place with a time of 8:16.29 with Connor King, Trenton Smith, Hendrix Hughes, and William Hill. William Hill placed second in the 3200m with a time of 9:40.74 minutes. Connor King ran to third place in the 1600m with a time of 4:40.65 minutes. Adam Jones placed second in the pole vault by clearing 14’6”. Senior Merritt McConnell scored in all four events she competed in. McConnell broke her own school record in the long jump with 17’0.75” to place third. She placed fifth in both the 60m and 200m with 8.27 seconds and 27.17 seconds. McConnell along with Camilla Johnson, Jamie Chandler, and Monica Chafin were part of the 4x400m team that placed fifth with a time of 4:38.79 minutes. Bombers who scored: - Hendrix Hughes placed 4th in the 3200m with 10:16.53min - Barrett Miller placed 7th in the 60m with 7.15 seconds. - Talan Palmer placed 7th in the long jump with 20’0” - Trenton Smith placed 8th in the 1600 with 4:47.66 minutes. - Ali Czanstkowski placed 5th in triple jump with 32’7.75” and high jump clearing 4’10”. - Camilla Johnson placed 6th in the 60m hurdles with 10.39 seconds - Pixie Bolick placed 7th in the 60m hurdles with 10.60 seconds - Erin Smith placed 7th in the 3200m with 12:55.86 minutes - Girls 4x800 with Erin Smith, Cisily Goettler, Jamie Chandler, and Hailie Chandler placed 5th with a time of 11:16.07min. The boys placed third overall with 56 points. Russellville won with 98 points only three points ahead of Lakeside. Lady Bombers placed sixth overall with 38.5 points. Lake Hamilton won with 106 points. Link to results: https://ar.milesplit.com/meets/582042-arkansas-indoor-hs-championships-1a2a3a4a5a6a-2024/results/995343/raw https://milesplit.live/meets/582042/team-scores Pictured: Eli and Adam Jones

Bomber Update: Mrs. Dewey discusses the district's involvement in this week's "Capital for a Day" program. https://youtu.be/Af7ezE7QaZ8

This week's Bomber Update is a Fun Fact Friday from MHJH! https://youtu.be/MOvZ7wtOgSM

We are thankful for our school board!

MHPS will run snow routes on the following routes both this afternoon and tomorrow morning/afternoon: 27, 47, 48, 53, 55, 56 and 57.

School will be in session on Tuesday, January 23. We will run regular bus routes.

School will be in session on Tuesday, January 23. We will run regular bus routes.

Bomber families, At my house this afternoon we’re watching every weather report we can find, and I imagine many of you are as well. There are no roads to drive or parking lots to scrape right now. We’re just in a holding pattern at the moment. I know that’s not a great answer for any of you, but that is where we are. I want you to know that — as it is on any regularly-scheduled school day — our goal is to be in session tomorrow. However, the reality is that we may need to cancel. If we do, I plan to let you know by 5 in the morning. At this time, our families are in a position where we have to hope for the best but prepare for the worst by making alternate plans for childcare, etc. if school is cancelled. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Mrs. Dewey

Mrs. Dewey's Friday Update featuring Mr. Jeff Kincade! https://youtu.be/4LhXmAQIX6w?si=kywpWA6OwYwtB7Bm

Board Meeting Recap - January 2024

Reminder to families: MHPS will run snow routes this afternoon. We will also run snow routes for both the morning and afternoon on Friday, January 19.

MHPS will be in session Thursday, January 18, 2024. We will run snow routes in both the morning and the afternoon. Our drivers will use their discretion as they travel their snow routes. Families with travel questions or concerns should contact their children’s building administrators after 8 a.m. tomorrow. Snow Routes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fRlENdg-GdHjW5P6520tVWk8hoLnazsr

No school on 1/17/23